The best aspects of this course included the engaging, informative lectures, the detailed feedback with which the work was returned, and the well-facilitated, motivating discussion format. Some of the students felt that the reading/workload was too heavy. One suggestion was to lessen the reading to allow for more focused section discussions. Another suggestion was to provide a grading rubric. Prospective students should be prepared to write and analyze several primary sources.

Students almost unanimously found the lectures in this course to be the best aspect. Additionally, the passion of the instructor for the topic, and the useful and informative discussion sections received high marks. Students gave the sheer amount of reading and writing for the course the worst ranking. Suggested improvements to the course included fewer reading assignments and better lecture notes. Prospective students should know that though there are several reading and writing assignments, the course material is quite interesting and provides a good introduction to the topic.

The best aspects of this course included the engaging lectures and the opportunity for students who needed more help to attend Friday discussion sessions. Some students found the readings to be overwhelming and difficult to understand. This course could be improved by providing clearer reading assignment guidelines and clearer multiple choice questions on exams. Prospective students should know this is a great introductory course for science majors in need of a humanities distribution. Students are encouraged to attend lectures and keep up with assigned readings.